SXSW EDU 2025
5th Industrial Revolution: The Data Driven Future Needs You
Description:
This session explores the data center industry's pivotal role in the 5th Industrial Revolution, driven by AI. It addresses the challenges of increasing power demands and talent shortages in the face of explosive AI growth. The panel will discuss the evolution of data centers, their current state, and future innovations needed to sustain our digital future. Industry experts will share insights on sustainable energy solutions, the creation of data centers as the "5th Utility," and opportunities for new talent. The session aims to engage Millennials and Gen Z in shaping the future of technology.
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Ep 89: Continuous Pioneering with Osvaldo Morales: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jzfm7U9F8S0
Ep 87: Power to Grow with Peter Gross: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BuUpXmBbRmE
Ep 83: Leading the Efficiency Revolution with Christian Belady: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ycrWowYkd5g
Takeaways
- How data centers are evolving to meet AI's power demands, and innovative solutions to the looming energy crisis in tech hubs like Silicon Valley.
- The "Silver Tsunami" talent shortage and opportunities for new professionals in the rapidly growing data center industry.
- Data centers as the "5th Utility": Their role in the 5th Industrial Revolution and impact on global connectivity and sustainability.
Speakers
- Kirk Offel, Chief Executive Officer, OVERWATCH
- Christian Belady, Senior Advisor, DigitalBridge
- Chris Crosby, Chief Executive Officer, Compass Datacenters
- Osvaldo Morales, Chief Infrastructure Officer, Denvr Dataworks
Organizer
Marlee Bacon, Marketing Coordinator, Overwatch
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